Girls' leadership academy seeks applicants

Published: Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at 12:51 p.m.

Last Modified: Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at 12:51 p.m.

High school girls looking to learn about leadership and government can register for the Louisiana Girls Leadership Academy, to be held from June 9 to June 12.

The event, sponsored by the Louisiana Center for Women and Government at Nicholls State University, is open to girls who will be in the ninth through 11th grade in the 2013-2014 school year. It includes learning sessions on relationships, motivating people, managing peer pressure and running for office. It includes a field trip to government offices in Baton Rouge, a service project, a networking dinner and awards banquet.

Featured speakers this year include American Idol semifinalist Ayla Brown, Columbine High School shooting survivor Craig Scott and former Gov. Kathleen Blanco.

You can apply online at nicholls.edu/continuing-ed/youthprograms. The application fee is $75, which includes meals and housing on campus.

<p>High school girls looking to learn about leadership and government can register for the Louisiana Girls Leadership Academy, to be held from June 9 to June 12. </p><p>The event, sponsored by the Louisiana Center for Women and Government at Nicholls State University, is open to girls who will be in the ninth through 11th grade in the 2013-2014 school year. It includes learning sessions on relationships, motivating people, managing peer pressure and running for office. It includes a field trip to government offices in Baton Rouge, a service project, a networking dinner and awards banquet.</p><p>Featured speakers this year include American Idol semifinalist Ayla Brown, Columbine High School shooting survivor Craig Scott and former Gov. Kathleen Blanco. </p><p>You can apply online at nicholls.edu/continuing-ed/youthprograms. The application fee is $75, which includes meals and housing on campus.</p>